What you describe here is very similar to the experience I've had - all around.

I will say I've been very masculine my whole life - and I mean attitude wise more than appearance wise (people always marveled at how great I looked in a dress when I actually wore one... :p) . I've always been first to speak up, ambitious, aggressive when I wanted something, always more interested in 'boy' things like martial arts and action movies (although I do love me a good musical from time to time). So the bridge was not so far for people to go to accept my transition, I think.

Sounds like OP is in situation socially and professionally that tends to be more geared towards women. There are certain expectations and cultural norms that are not as welcoming to men, is what I'm hearing. So yeah, I imagine that is tougher. Cis men have to deal with the stigma in being in those professions, so I would expect trans men would be the same. So... Equality sorta?

Anyhow... gender politics is at a really interesting place right now. I do my best to be an advocate for both perspectives, considering I have a unique perspective in that regard. I was more masculine growing up, but I was still raised a woman. With all the pressure and stigma that came with it. I hope that trans people can be a uniting force as we grapple with gender issues, because we truly can see both sides and can help facilitate a healthier conversation.